About Free Town

Free Town is a locality in Greater Manchester, England, situated within the BL9 postcode area. The area features a mix of residential and commercial properties, providing a variety of amenities for residents and visitors alike. The community is served by local shops, schools, and parks, making it a convenient place for families and individuals. Transport links are accessible, with nearby bus routes and road connections facilitating travel to surrounding areas. The locality is part of a larger urban environment, offering opportunities for exploration and engagement with the diverse culture of Greater Manchester. Free Town's proximity to the city centre allows for easy access to a wider range of services and attractions.

School Ratings in Free Town

Free Town is served by 176 schools. Hoyle Nursery School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 16 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Free Town

Property prices average £203K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £138K.

Deprivation and Employment in Free Town

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Free Town falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Free Town

Most properties in Free Town can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 6,299 sales

Average Price £203K
£200 — £10.24M
Detached £337K 748
Semi £202K 1,863
Terraced £138K 2,569
Flat £117K 680

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

106 Primary
21 Secondary
49 Other
St Paul's Church of England Primary School Primary 141 yards Cambian Chesham House School Requires Improvement 0.2 miles Hoyle Nursery School Nursery Outstanding 0.3 miles St Joseph and St Bede RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Primary 0.3 miles Ash Grove School 0.3 miles East Ward Community Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Bury East Children's Centre Hub Good 0.4 miles Hazel Wood High School Secondary Good 0.4 miles St Thomas Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles St John with St Mark CofE Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Chesham Primary Academy Primary 0.7 miles Fairfield Community Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Free Town IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Free Town in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
4/10
Employment
4/10
Education
5/10
Health
4/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
4/10
13,826 Children (0-15) 20%
42,140 Working Age 62%
15,899 Older (60+) 23%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 41.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 22.9% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Castleton (Manchester) Train Station 4.2 miles
Rochdale Train Station 5.2 miles
Bromley Cross (Lancs) Train Station 5.4 miles
Kearsley (Manchester) Train Station 5.5 miles
Hall-I-Th-Wood Train Station 5.5 miles
Farnworth Train Station 5.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Fairfield 0.6 miles Woodgate Hill 0.6 miles Fernhill 0.6 miles Chesham 0.6 miles Pimhole 0.6 miles Limefield 0.9 miles Bury 0.9 miles Heap Bridge 0.9 miles Jericho 1.2 miles Gigg 1.2 miles Darn Hill 1.4 miles Elton 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Bury
County Lancashire
Ward Bury East
Constituency Bury North
Parish Bury, unparished area
Region North West

Streets in BL9 30 shown View all streets

94BUR 1 Ajax Drive 2 Albany Drive 1 Albert Street 1 Alexander Drive 1 Alfred Street 6 Alkrington Close 1 Allen Dale Drive 1 Almond Avenue 1 Alnwick Drive 1 Altham Close 1 Alton Close 1 Alum Crescent 1 Anfield Close 1 Angouleme Way 10 Apollo Avenue 1 Arbour Close 1 Arden Close 1 Argyle Street 1 Arley Avenue 1 Arlington Close 1 Ascot Meadows 1 Ash Street 1 Ashborne Drive 1 Ashlor Street 2 Astbury Close 1 Athlone Avenue 2 Audlum Court 1 Austen Avenue 1 Aviation Road 1

Postcodes in BL9 50 shown View all postcodes

BL9 0AD BL9 0AF BL9 0AH BL9 0AJ BL9 0AL BL9 0AN BL9 0AP BL9 0AQ BL9 0AR BL9 0AS BL9 0AT BL9 0AY BL9 0BB BL9 0BD BL9 0BG BL9 0BH BL9 0BJ BL9 0BL BL9 0BW BL9 0BX BL9 0BZ BL9 0DA BL9 0DB BL9 0DF BL9 0DG BL9 0DH BL9 0DL BL9 0DN BL9 0DP BL9 0DQ BL9 0DR BL9 0DS BL9 0DT BL9 0DX BL9 0DY BL9 0DZ BL9 0EA BL9 0EB BL9 0ED BL9 0EG BL9 0EJ BL9 0EL BL9 0EQ BL9 0ES BL9 0EU BL9 0EW BL9 0EX BL9 0EY BL9 0EZ BL9 0FU